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History suggests the smart money would be on California becoming the sixth state to permit sports wagering via the voting booth. Legalized sports gambling initiatives are a perfect five-for-five in state elections.
The public relations battle over California sports betting is the latest example of disingenuous and misleading messaging in politics.
Gov. Gavin Newsom is not wading into the battle over California sports betting, electing instead to remain on the sidelines.
California's dominant political party is opposing a November ballot initiative, Prop. 27, that would legalize online sports gambling.
State gambling regulators are nixing in-person public meetings in favor of virtual participation until next year, according to a formal notice issued last week.
